Disputes & Conflicts

Dispute or conflict is nothing new – it has existed for as long as mankind.  The traditional way to resolve conflict was by force of arms.  Modern society has evolved a complex system of laws to resolve disputes and our specialist lawyers will help you to use these to your advantage.

Where possible try and resolve the dispute in the most cost effective and proportionate way without resorting to Court Proceedings.  If the matter does proceed to trial, our specialist litigation solicitors will guide you through the whole process.

We are willing to offer advice on any type of dispute and litigation either for personal issues or business disputes.

Our experts in this area are Michael Robson and Kian Mallinson who can be contacted at law@arnisonheelis.co.uk or on 01768 862 007.

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Common disputes that we help with

  • Will and trust problems
  • Administration of trusts
  • Boundaries and ownership of land
  • Rights over land
  • Partnership issues
  • Negligence by other professionals
  • Sale of land
  • Contracts
  • Building problems

Our Team of experts

Michael Robson

Director

Michael is the Head of Litigation and supervises this department.  He qualified as a solicitor in 1985.  Since then he has acquired a wealth of experience in property, contentious probate litigation and in the handling of commercial property transactions.

Michael moved to Cumbria from his London firm in 1996, becoming a Partner in a Carlisle based firm with offices in Newcastle and Teeside. He joined Arnison Heelis in 2012. He lives in the Eden Valley.

Kian Mallinson

Solicitor

Kian attended Ullswater Community College in Penrith and went on to study Law at Manchester Metropolitan University.  He graduated with first class honours. Kian also completed his Legal Practice Course and Master of Laws LLM, at Manchester Metropolitan University, achieving merit level passes.

Outside of the office, Kian is a keen Manchester United fan and loves attending various football matches all over Europe. He enjoys hiking up the various fells the Lake District has to offer and is due to compete in Total Warrior this summer.